According to the recent reports by Adrian Wojnarowski, NBA Insider and analyst for ESPN, There is “real concern” from the Pacers about Tyrese Haliburton’s availability and potential impact on the remainder of the Eastern Conference Finals.
“Haliburton will do everything he can to play against the Celtics, but it’s a very likely scenario he will be nowhere close to 100%. Haliburton’s official status for Game 3 will be known later today before tip-off.”
Haliburton suffered a leg injury in the third quarter of Game 2
Haliburton suffered a leg injury in the third quarter of Game 2 against the Celtics, which forced him to miss the rest of the game. The diagnosis of left hamstring soreness is made after the examination. Haliburton is listed as “questionable” for Game 3, which means he must pass a fitness test during pregame warm-ups before being allowed to play.
The All-Star point guard will likely continue playing until his discomfort prevents him from moving. Given his importance in the Pacers’ offense, Haliburton’s absence could be a significant setback. T.J. McConnell is expected to start in his absence. However, if Indiana wants to compete with the Celtics, they must increase their 3-point attempt rate and disrupt their spacing.
When Haliburton left the game during Game 2, a fan observed his girlfriend, Jade Jones, talking to him on Facetime. The fan quickly captured the video.
The Indiana Pacers have lost two straight games to the Boston Celtics and are now trailing 0-2 in the Eastern Conference Finals of the Playoffs. Haliburton’s absence could significantly impact the Pacers’ gameplay. Despite this, the Pacers are still experiencing back-to-back losses. They now need to win the next game, with or without Haliburton, to alleviate some of the pressure from the two losses.
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The Celtics players are dominating the series, with Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, and Derrick White showcasing their top skills. In Game 1, Brown made a game-tying 3-pointer in the final seconds, forcing the game into overtime. In Game 2, Brown scored 40 points, helping the team take a 2-0 lead. Haliburton’s presence is an essential factor in slowing down these players.
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